--- title: "Nature Immersion & Forest Therapy Retreats with Mini Shastri" description: "Join my guided forest therapy and nature immersion retreats in Kumaon and Ladakh. Reconnect with yourself through Shinrin-yoku and mindful movement." canonical: https://mytribe.in/mini.shastri/yoga-wellness-retreats/nature-immersion-forest-therapy last_updated: 2025-09-22 --- # Nature Immersion & Forest Therapy Retreats Tribe Verified · Forest bathing and meditation at 6,500ft. By [Mini Shastri](https://mytribe.in/mini.shastri) · Hosts retreats in Seetla and Leh · ₹1,600 Per Session (estimate) Part of [Yoga & Wellness Retreats](https://mytribe.in/mini.shastri/yoga-wellness-retreats). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/mini.shastri/yoga-wellness-retreats/gallery) Reconnect with your stillness through guided forest bathing and mindful movement. Join me in the quietude of the mountains to breathe, ground yourself, and let nature do the healing. ## Photos and videos - !["Stressed? Walk in nature. Sad? Walk in nature." Here I am combining my love for yoga and nature with a pose against a tree. A walk in the woods is a balm for any mood.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a7eebc52-cbb1-4586-a9f2-79823d53be6b) - [Video: A walk through a lush, green forest path. The video captures the feeling of being surrounded by ancient trees and mossy walls, a key element of my nature immersion retreats.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f4bab728-b1bf-4aaa-9a8e-9dc8c9818e51) - ![Standing on a quiet road surrounded by the forest. The eldest trees are our teachers, reminding us of what it means to be connected to all life on Earth.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/87f811b8-3d32-44d1-98f6-0b0078d72905) - [Video: The gentle sound and sight of a small waterfall in the forest. Nature provides its own meditation, and my retreats are designed to help you tune into it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/55dc828b-1b66-4b45-bb8f-8a4ab3d42b5f) - ![My hand touching the vibrant green moss on a wet rock. This is a practice of grounding and connecting with the textures and life of the forest through the sense of touch.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0681ceff-4133-4088-b2a5-f44d309f4ac5) - [Video: A quote from J. Krishnamurti overlaid on a misty forest scene: "In mediocrity we have our being, but there are the trees, the open heavens and the inexhaustible riches of the earth."](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4a60baac-4dc7-4886-a1eb-9a8aa175d3b9) - !["We are losing the feeling for trees, and so we are losing love for humanity." Another powerful quote from J. Krishnamurti that speaks to the importance of our connection with nature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f7c4c82c-a6dc-41e7-94e1-a90d2e1d6f08) - ![Guests on a retreat joyfully walking through a forest of tall trees. Cultivating a love for the outdoors is one of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/159b6110-32cc-415a-9617-324b6460cd0e) - ![Leaning against a deodar tree, soaking in the view and the quiet gladness of the forest. The trees save me, daily.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e8820fa8-b1bc-47d7-a10c-ebad9b4b0475) - ![Stretching in a field of tall grass. My retreats are about finding moments to go easy, be filled with light, and shine, just as nature does.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c4bdebd6-2c46-4a72-b7f4-1eba78fc4974) - ![A walk on a misty path through the tall grasses. These moments of quiet immersion are where we can truly hear ourselves.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d492a4fe-4583-40fd-8516-ac5481d76587) - ![Meditating by the river at sunrise. The flowing water and rising sun create a powerful and serene environment for practice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/41562ff2-be8b-4af7-b9be-deb5ecc81495) - [Video: A journey through a forest path with blooming trees. Rediscovering the forest through all my senses is an experience I love to share on my retreats.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/83801f1b-a428-44c7-8f88-1611640466be) - ![Looking out over the mountains, feeling a part of something bigger than myself. This is the feeling that nature evokes in us.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/024b1d4b-7a28-4588-8183-98e673161c54) - ![A close-up of a vibrant red rhododendron flower, a beautiful sight during our spring retreats in the Himalayas.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c904dab4-1537-45ec-aef2-2107c4f4a839) - ![Admiring a large bush of bright yellow flowers under a brilliant blue sky. Nature's colors and vibrancy are a source of immense joy and inspiration.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/41a9a384-db7e-41ff-9781-1e34b0223926) - ![The delicate bud of a rhododendron, about to bloom. Nature teaches us about patience, timing, and the beauty of unfolding.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0938ebbc-71c9-4189-871a-8cc2ed348e56) - ![Hugging an old tree in the forest. This simple act of connection can be incredibly grounding and healing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f83acba2-8267-4e7d-882d-cdcedc8177f6) - ![Planting apple and plum saplings in Kumaon. Getting my hands dirty in the earth is a form of meditation and a way to give back to the land that nourishes us.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1384668d-9452-4386-a01c-e9c3b8cd7b3e) - ![With my children against a beautiful sunset in the Himalayas. Instilling a love for nature in the next generation is something I hold dear.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/14824bd7-6b50-4efe-ac85-2633cfa0245c) - [Video: A montage of my solo study trip, filled with moments of soaking in the sun, listening to my heartbeat, and gardening. As a teacher, I must first radiate energy from within.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cbcdc42d-f68d-413f-bb66-5e3c23804d66) ## About Nature Immersion & Forest Therapy These aren't strenuous treks designed to tire you out. We practice Shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing, which is about sensory immersion. Whether leaning against a Deodar tree in Sitla or finding stillness by the Indus River in Ladakh, we use these moments to lower cortisol and reset the nervous system. You are not just walking, you are learning to inhabit your body and the environment simultaneously. Nature is often where we find our quietude in movement. In my Kumaon and Ladakh retreats, the landscape isn't a backdrop. It is an active participant in our sadhana. ### Why Forest Therapy Matters Forest bathing is more than a walk in the woods. It is a systematic way to tap into the nervous system's capacity to regulate. When we disconnect from city noise and immerse ourselves in the scent of pine or the sound of flowing water, we move out of fight-or-flight mode. This is the physiological basis of the peace you feel when you return home. ### Where We Practice * **Kumaon, Sitla:** Set at 6,500ft, this is where we focus on deep restoration. We combine forest bathing with Cacao ceremonies and gut-friendly, organic meals to reset the body. * **Ladakh:** Here, the environment is harsher and more majestic. We practice by the Indus River and inside ancient monastery prayer halls. It is less about 'soft' relaxation and more about altitude-adjusted clarity and cultural immersion. ### Making It Practical The goal of any nature immersion with me is not just the escape. I want you to leave with micro-habits—ways to bring the forest's silence into your daily life. Whether it is a breathwork ritual you can do in your office or a specific way to ground yourself during a stressful afternoon, these retreats provide the tools to build a sustainable, calmer way of living. You arrive to rest, but you return to build a life that feels less chaotic. ## About Mini Shastri I used to be the person who couldn't sit still, always jumping from one gym session to the next. Yoga and the mountains taught me that quietude in movement is where real change happens. My retreats are small and personal, focused on helping you build wellness rituals that stay with you long after you leave the forest. 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